@MaraD
Ukrainian expat in France
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Ukrainian
Lives in Avignon
Registration: 13 February 2011
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One box of kids and teens books in English
Hi , I would like to give away plenty of new books in English ( series ofLittle man library, Horrid Henry, Tom Gates, etc, interesting science). Just shame to throw away, they all looks new and had been chosen with love. Îm in Vaucluse Read More
Getting married in Kenya by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Kenya or who are about to get married in Kenya to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Kenya? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
Regarding the time one can need to finish all formalities-since you manage to collect all docs and bring them to the registration office, it should take 21 days. But they usually ask the foreigners, which day do they prefer or need (in case you ... Read More
Getting married in Kenya by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Kenya or who are about to get married in Kenya to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Kenya? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
Hi, just have married here one year ago. Here is the list of all docs and procedures http://photos.state.gov/libraries/kenya/28844/marriage/Kenmarproc.pdf From my experience can recommend to check VERY WELL before applying with your embassy, as ... Read More
Custom procedures by MaraD
Hi, if anyone had experience importing some goods to Kenya, being temporary resident, would you mind sharing your experience? I would not mind importing some food and vine for own consumption and just think, if it worth to do so. I mean, not for ...
Thank you a lot. It is exactly what has to be expected-all that indicative prices and SI (sensitive items). i will try anywhy. At least, now I understand, why vine market here is so poor...and expensive. But, certainly, it is stupid to complane:-) Read More
Custom procedures by MaraD
Hi, if anyone had experience importing some goods to Kenya, being temporary resident, would you mind sharing your experience? I would not mind importing some food and vine for own consumption and just think, if it worth to do so. I mean, not for ...
Thank you a lot. It seemed, 25% rate of custom duties is the most popular here:-) in any case, one more question- if the cargo arrive by sea to Mombassa, should I work with the custom clearance agent from Mombassa or it is possible to do all ... Read More
Custom procedures
Hi, if anyone had experience importing some goods to Kenya, being temporary resident, would you mind sharing your experience? I would not mind importing some food and vine for own consumption and just think, if it worth to do so. I mean, not for ... Read More
Where to live in Nairobi by Alex777
Hi everyone, I'm looking for some advice on where to live in Nairobi. Google has only gotten me so far and I would love some real opinions. Here are some of the things that have guided my decision-making and I would appreciate input based on any of ...
We live just near Lenana road. In our compound there are 3 houses,8 flats in each. So, nothing huge, all compounds around are maximum 2-3-stored buildings . There are plenty of small compounds around this area, with smaller flats and with single ... Read More
Moving to nairobi with small children by momof3girls
My husband is considering a job in Nairobi and we have three girls, 7, 5, and 20 months. I'm really worried about safety for them (crime, vaccinations, food, pollution), etc. I was hoping maybe you could offer some advice or tell me about your ...
welcome in the club!!! i was waiting one year until deceided to bring my son here! Honestly- I am stupid not to do it before! And the earlier kids come here, the happier they are! As for me, the climate is perfect, not hot, not cold, they can be all ... Read More
Where to live in Nairobi by Alex777
Hi everyone, I'm looking for some advice on where to live in Nairobi. Google has only gotten me so far and I would love some real opinions. Here are some of the things that have guided my decision-making and I would appreciate input based on any of ...
Well, I do not think that you will ever walk in the evenings... And the areas you have mentioned are not in walking distance from the city centre. I live in Kilimani and used to take taxi everyday to go there and back before (it cost 4 euro and you ... Read More
School for the kid, that does not speak english by MaraD
I am settling down here for 2 years. Probably not more, that's why I was quite sure that for my son it will be better to stay with my parents and not to make the mess with his school. Now he is 5.5 years old and in my country he could enter school ...
it is great to read about such a nice experience! my son read very good (in his language) and is conpletely ready for the school, so may be he can pass the tests as well. I am going to visit some schools this month to check what is possible. Can you ... Read More
School for the kid, that does not speak english by MaraD
I am settling down here for 2 years. Probably not more, that's why I was quite sure that for my son it will be better to stay with my parents and not to make the mess with his school. Now he is 5.5 years old and in my country he could enter school ...
Thank's a lot for support!!! Would anybody give me idea about school? I know, that the international schools are great in nairobi, the qiestion is, where they have the experience teaching non-speaking. In france they usually give one year to study ... Read More
School for the kid, that does not speak english by MaraD
I am settling down here for 2 years. Probably not more, that's why I was quite sure that for my son it will be better to stay with my parents and not to make the mess with his school. Now he is 5.5 years old and in my country he could enter school ...
Thdnk's fot support- but he is speaking russian...it is too different. But I hope that when everybody around will speak english he be more enthusiastic... Now he is studing with the teacher at home, but a small progress (if any) Read More
School for the kid, that does not speak english
I am settling down here for 2 years. Probably not more, that's why I was quite sure that for my son it will be better to stay with my parents and not to make the mess with his school. Now he is 5.5 years old and in my country he could enter school ... Read More